What is the primary role of a Breast Health Navigator?

The primary role of a Breast Health Navigator is to guide patients through the breast cancer care continuum and facilitate access to services. This involves providing patients with support throughout their journey, from early detection to diagnosis, treatment, and post-treatment care. The Breast Health Navigator serves as a critical link between patients and the healthcare system, helping to coordinate appointments, explain treatment options, and ensure that patients have the resources they need at each stage of their care. Their expertise and support can significantly enhance the patient experience, reduce barriers to care, and improve outcomes by ensuring that patients receive timely and appropriate interventions.

While creating awareness about breast cancer in the community is important, it is not the primary role of a Breast Health Navigator. Similarly, administering chemotherapy or conducting research are specialized functions that fall outside of the navigator's scope, which focuses primarily on patient advocacy and navigation.